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Candidate Direct Unveils New Physician Resources Page

Author Healthcare Career Blogger | 21.08.2009 | Category Anesthesiology jobs, Board Certification, Education, Healthcare Career Blog, Licenses, Locum Tenens, Medical Students, Medical doctor jobs, OB/GYN physician jobs, Physician CV, Physicians, Pre-Med Students, Retired Physician, jobs

Whether you are a medical student just starting your physician career or an established physician looking for a change, navigating the physician job market can be a daunting and confusing task; however, leading staffing agency Candidate Direct’s new physician resources page is geared to help both new and experienced doctors stay current on medical issues, find the dream jobs they deserve, and transition smoothly into their new employment.

The site boasts up-to-date information on their most recent locum tenens and permanent job postings and links to full lists of employment opportunities. New to the site is the “Design-a-Job” feature, which allows you to send specifications for your ideal job directly to Candidate Direct staffing agents to get started in your job search immediately. If you’re new to the physician job market, check out advice on how to write a physician CV and view samples of CVs for all levels of experience.

Once you’ve found that job you’re dreaming of, the physician resources page offers a number of links to help ease your transition. Learn about moving and shipping companies, find city guides to help you learn more about your new location, and get transportation information to make your travel go smoothly as you move into your new physician career.

Not looking to get into the job market? There is still plenty of valuable information to help all physicians stay up-to-date on happenings in the medical world. Resources include the Mayo Clinic Medical News site, KevinMD’s award winning blog, social networking sites for physicians, and medical humor from the New Yorker. Links to physician credentialing associations can offer networking and professional development opportunities for physicians of all experience levels. Finally, resources for your financial health and retirement planning finish off the site, making it one-stop shopping for all of your professional needs.

No matter where you are in your physician career, Candidate Direct’s physician resources page has something to help enhance your future in the medical profession.

Visit Candidate Direct or Apply Online today to start working with your recruiter.

You have updated your Physician CV, now what? Add a great Cover Letter

Author Healthcare Career Blogger | 07.07.2009 | Category Anesthesiology jobs, Emergency jobs, Family Medicine, Hospitalist physician, Internal Medicine, Locum Tenens, Medical Student Loans, OB GYN jobs, OB/GYN physician jobs, Orthopedic Surgery, Physician CV, Physician Career Path, Physicians, Pschyriatry Jobs, Retired Physician, Surgery jobs, jobs

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The most difficult thing about writing a physician resume is that there is not just one physician CV template that everyone can follow. Because each physician has different types and levels of experience, every physician CV is going to be completely unique. Sample Curriculum Vitae can help, but unfortunately, there is not one easy equation that every doctor can plug his or her information into. To make your resume the most effective it can be, you need to decide how to write a CV that will best sell your unique experiences, and a good place to start marketing yourself is in the physician resume cover letter.

When putting together a resume package, it’s important to remember that the CV itself is only one part of the package; take full advantage of the opportunities that a cover letter gives you. A physician resume cover letter can seem like just one more intimidating task to worry about as you begin your job search, but it is a great chance for you to introduce yourself more fully and more personally to your audience.

Like your resume, your cover letter should be short and to the point; try to limit your cover letter to one side of a page in 11 or 12-point font. Its tone should be formal and professional, but it should also give you a chance to express yourself more personally than the strict CV format allows, so avoid using “one-size-fits-all” cover letter templates that you might see in books and resume software.

What to Include in the Physician Resume Cover Letter:

• Your first paragraph should be a couple of sentences briefly introducing you and your purpose in writing to this employer.
• Your second paragraph should give enough information about your background and skills to interest a potential employer. Be careful, however, not to get repetitive; your resume will also cover your background. This may be a good place to explain your philosophy about caring for patients or why you entered the medical field in the first place.
• Your third, and final, paragraph should relate directly to the organization to which you are applying. Explain why you are looking to relocate and why this particular hospital, practice, etc. appeals to you. What makes you a good fit?
• Close the letter by thanking your potential employer for his or her time and consideration.

Helpful Hints for a Successful Physician Cover Letter:

• Use the same quality paper that you used for your CV itself.
• Address the letter to a specific individual. Show that you have done your homework about the company.
• Avoid generalities. Use specific details that show potential employers why you are particularly interested in their place of employment.
• Keep paragraphs short and clear.
• Be professional, but show some personality – remember this is your chance to distinguish yourself from all other applicants.
• Be confident, but not boastful.

Visit our Physician Resources page for more helpful information about the physician job search.

How to write a winning CV

Author Healthcare Career Blogger | 23.06.2009 | Category Healthcare Career Blog, Physician CV, Physicians

Experts reveal physician resume keys to success

Writing a winning physician CV is a necessary ingredient for success in any job search; writing a winning physician resume, with all its density and required information, however, can be a particularly daunting and overwhelming task. For those finishing medical school or completing a physician residency, this could be your first time in the job market; fortunately, there are a number of physician resources available for those who are new to or who may be out of practice with the physician job search.

The key to writing a strong physician resume is remembering that this is your first chance to market yourself to a potential employer. To do so successfully, you need to give employers a clear picture of your experience in the most efficient way possible. Physician resumes, like all resumes, are most effective when they focus on quality over quantity.

Quick tips for writing a winning CV:

• Keep your CV short and to the point.
• Focus on relevant experiences that highlight your specialty.
• List experience and education in reverse-chronological order, including the dates and duration of each.
• Include any relevant honors and awards you have received and any committees, conferences or publications you have been a part of.
• Include licensure and certification information, including dates.
• List professional references, first making sure to ask those who may be willing to speak on your behalf.
• Be professional – avoid informal language or irrelevant personal details, use good-quality paper for both your physician resume and cover letter, and be sure to proofread carefully.
• Make sure to organize your CV in a way that is clear and easy-to-follow.

Visit again next week for more advice about writing a physician CV and cover letter. In the meantime, check out some of our other resources for medical professionals.